Union Contract with DHL HUB Leipzig Limited Company
DHL Hub Leipzig Announces Significant Wage Increase for Employees
In a major development for the logistics industry, the DHL hub in Leipzig has agreed to a wage increase for its employees, amounting to a total of 11% over the next two years.
The agreement, which was reached after a 30-hour negotiation marathon, includes a 5.6% pay increase retroactive to July 1, 2025, and a second increase of 5.4% effective from July 1, 2026. This marks a significant victory for the ver.di union members who have been advocating for better wages.
Tobias Kraushaar, responsible ver.di union secretary, hailed the agreement as a tremendous success for all ver.di members. He stated that the agreement is important in upgrading the work of all employees in the logistics industry. Kraushaar concluded that the agreement is a clear step towards upgrading professions and activities at the DHL HUB.
Stefan Druskat, chairman of the ver.di works council, added that the wage agreement was made possible due to the courage, commitment, and determination of the ver.di members. The agreement also includes increased investment in training allowances for workers, enhancing workforce development alongside the pay rise.
The ballot to approve the agreement saw an overwhelming 88% of ver.di members voting in favour. The second ballot took place from July 28, 2025, to August 7, 2025. Immediately after the announcement of the ballot results, the responsible corporate wage committee decided to accept the wage agreement.
The wage increase at DHL HUB Leipzig could potentially set a precedent for upgrading work in the entire logistics industry. This is particularly significant as it reflects growing pressure on logistics companies to offer competitive wages to their workforce amid ongoing labor disputes.
The agreement comes at a time when wage demands and shortages of qualified staff are prominent issues in Germany’s logistics sector. It sets a precedent for stronger labor representation and potential ripple effects in the industry.
In summary, the DHL hub in Leipzig has announced a significant pay increase for its employees over the next two years. The agreement includes increased training allowances and has been approved by 88% of ver.di members in a ballot. The agreement could potentially set a precedent for upgrading work in the entire logistics industry.
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The significant wage increase in the logistics industry at DHL HUB Leipzig could potentially influence similar adjustments in finance, transportation, and other related businesses due to potential ripple effects. This agreement, after a 30-hour negotiation marathon, includes increased investment in training allowances for workers, which might attract more skilled workers to these industries.
